Definition

Describing something that is in a straight line or in a proper position with respect to something else, often indicating agreement or harmony.

Example

The two companies have aligned their goals for the upcoming project.

Conversation

I think our goals are really aligned this year.

Absolutely! It feels great to be on the same page.

Yeah, it makes teamwork so much easier.

For sure! I can't wait to see what we accomplish together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To have been arranged in a straight line or in proper position with something else.

Example

The two companies aligned their strategies to achieve common goals.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you notice how well everything aligned during the presentation?

Yeah, it made the whole thing so much easier to follow!

I was worried it wouldn't go smoothly, but it really aligned perfectly in the end.

Root Explanation

Aligned → It is formed from "a-" (meaning to) and "ligne" (from Old French *ligne*, meaning line) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action). The word "aligned" means to be arranged in a straight line or to be in agreement with something.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'to' a 'line' — when things are aligned, they are arranged in a straight line or in agreement.

Visually Confused Words